POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Electrician performs a variety of skilled activities ranging from but not limited to electrical safety improvements, trouble shooting, machine modification, repair & re-wiring, electrical projects, PLC troubleshooting & programming, VFD configuring & troubleshooting, High Voltage (600VAC & 240VAC) & Low Voltage (120VAC & 24VDC) work on all buildings and production equipment owned by Sunrise Markets Inc.

JOB DUTIES

• Responsible for working Safely and following all applicable WorkSafeBC regulation, CSA Electrical code,
• Carry out preventive maintenance / repairs on all building and production equipment owned by Sunrise Markets Inc. under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Shift Foreman.
• Respond to emergency calls and carryout break down repairs as required on electrical & automation issues,
• Report major incidents (that causes a serious machine downtime or when extra help is required) to Maintenance Supervisor or Foreman,
• Work jointly with the Production Lead-hands and Supervisors and other company staff on operating and troubleshooting problems with production equipment,
• Assist in the Root Cause Analysis process to determine immediate cause and help develop sustaining counter-measures for electrical & automation related downtime,
• Maintain a wide variety of electrical tools in good / safe working condition including annual safety inspections as required by WorkSafeBC Regulation,
• Assist in the electrical design, fabrication and installation of new production equipment,
• Assist in the re-engineering of existing production lines or equipment to ensure that continuous improvement and/or safety objectives are met,
• Input into the computerized maintenance management system, the work performed, materials and equipment used and other comments as required in detail,
• Report observations of any deviation to the process/procedure or a defect or non-conformance to the product which may result in a situation requiring food safety assessment and placing product on hold or scrapping the product to the management immediately,
• Liaison with contractors & suppliers on projects & initiatives as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Foreman 

TEAMWORK

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards for people safety, food safety, quality, cost control, waste reduction and complete and on-time delivery,
• Promote and follow all company and regulatory standards, including but not limited to; Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Food Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS),
• Ensure proper use of required personal protective equipment at all times,
• Report all safety concerns to a member of your Joint Health and Safety Committee and your Supervisor/Manager,
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Industrial Electrician Red Seal Certification.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing facility (preferably food manufacturing) as an Industrial Electrician is an asset.
• Strong preventative maintenance and troubleshooting abilities,
• Able to read and navigate electrical schematics and designs,
• Previous experience working with PLCs and VFDs considered an asset,
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment,
• Good verbal and written English language skills,
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills,
• Strong organizational and time management skills,
• Work well under pressure and with minimal supervision,
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Permanent Full-time position (40 hours per week). Able to work rotating shifts (day/afternoon/ graveyard), 15-min paid coffee break, 1/2-hour unpaid lunch/dinner break,
• Exposure to noise and a wet temperature varied environment when in the production area,
• Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays if needed,
• Wearing of company provided Uniform and other Personal Protective Equipment is required as applicable.

WHY WORK WITH US ?

• Annual incentive plan
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• On- Site Parking
• Company Events
• Life Insurance
• Vision Care/ Dental Care/Extended Health Care on completion of Probation
• $32-$41 per hour

TO APPLY

Please email your resume/CV to: 

Email: [email protected] 

Sunrise Soya Foods Inc. 
729 Powell Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 1H5

We thank all applicants for applying however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Job Type: Full-Time